(KZN.RU, August 29). Ilsur Metshin, the Mayor of Kazan addressed to the citizens in connection with the Day of the Republic of Tatarstan and the Day of Kazan-2010.
The message says:
Dear Kazan citizens!
I congratulate you with all my heart on the Day of the Republic of Tatarstan and the Day of Kazan City!
This holiday brings us together regardless of age, profession, and social status. We all set a high value on our capital, its rich history and unique appearance. The date of this year is special, anniversary: we celebrate the 1005 anniversary of Kazan, and the 20 anniversary of the Republic of Tatarstan formation.
Year by year Kazan has been changing rapidly: new micro districts are built, infrastructure is developing, active preparations for the Universiade-2013 are carried out. And all of this is created by energy, labor and talent of hundred thousands of Kazan citizens because any city is primarily the people living in it. It is they who make the city modern, comfortable, and cozy, breathe life into its streets, fall in love, get married, have children.
I am sure that hard work and motivation of citizens and effective work of the city authorities will contribute to the dynamic development and prosperity of the capital of Tatarstan. Understanding and helping each other we are able to make our hometown better. I sincerely wish you good health, success, happiness and love!
Mayor of Kazan, Ilsur Metshin